About us:
Formed in 1941, Te Whānau Tupu Ngātahi o Aotearoa – Playcentre Aotearoa is a licenced early childhood education provider and charitable trust. With a philosophy of empowering ‘parents as first educators’, Playcentre seeks to empower whānau and tamariki to work, play, learn and grow together, and today has over 400 centres nationwide.
About the role:
As a Programme Facilitator, you lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of our Space and Babies Can Play sessions. You strive to create engaging, nurturing experiences for whānau and pēpi.
Duties include but are not limited to
Planning and setup of the sessions ensuring any equipment is safe and clean
Leading discussions, music and movement, play, crafts, and kai time
Building relationships with whānau and contributing to a safe, welcoming environment
Ensuring session admin tasks are completed in a timely matter
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Position details:
Commences on 3 February 2026
Thursdays 8:30am 12:00pm, 3.5 hours per week
Permanent role during term time only
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About you:
You are someone who is reliable, works well with others, and feels confident supporting whānau in a group setting. This role offers a chance to build your experience, develop new skills, and make a positive impact in families’ parenting journeys. You will also demonstrate:
Proven ability to engage confidently and build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a personable and cooperative style.
Strong organisational capabilities, including time management, meeting deadlines, multitasking, and balancing detail with overall objectives.
A motivated, results-focused attitude that supports positive outcomes.
NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
How to apply:
We encourage interested applicants to apply via the below form as we will be reviewing applications as we receive them. This ad will close on 19 January 2026
If you have any questions or would like more information about the role, please contact us at vacancies@playcentre.org.nz, using “UNI PF Lynfield” in the subject line.
